ITV sports host Steve Rider leaves post

It comes after One Show star Adrian Chiles struck a deal which would see him become the station’s main football pundit.

The signing left many wondering what the future role would be for Rider, 60, who first joined ITV sport 33 years ago.

ITV called Rider “one of Britain’s most experienced sports presenters”.

It said it was “continuing to discuss future projects and opportunities with him”.

Chiles, 43, left the BBC after a row over Chris Evans, 44, being brought in to host The One Show for one day a week.

Peter Fincham, ITV director of television, said: “From World Of Sport through to Formula One and football, I’d like to thank Steve for the immense contribution he has made to ITV’s sports coverage through the years.”

Rider said: “It was important to get this sorted before such an important few weeks for ITV Sport. I wish Adrian all the best for what lies ahead.